Includes
2 nights in Budapest at
Hotel Sofitel (breakfast
included)
7-night cruise aboard the
ms Poetry (all meals included)
Transfer between the cruise
ship in Nuremburg and the
Prague Hilton
2 nights in Prague at Hilton
Hotel (breakfast included)
Poetry
All cabins on the ms Poetry
are spacious (172 sq. ft.)
outside staterooms, equipped
with 2 beds convertible to
queen, shower and WC, wash
basin, adjustable air-conditioning,
and TV. The size and furnishings
of the cabins are identical
on all three decks. Seventy
percent of the staterooms have
a large panoramic window.
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Location |
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| Thursday, Aug 17 |
Flights
from USA to Budapest, Hungary |
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| Friday, Aug 18 |
Budapest,
Hungary - Flights Arrive |
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| Saturday, Aug 19 |
Budapest,
Hungary |
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| Sunday, Aug 20 |
Budapest,
Hungary -
Board the ms Poetry |
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| Monday, Aug 21 |
Bratislava,
Slovakia |
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| Tuesday, Aug 22 |
Vienna,
Austria |
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| Wednesday, Aug 23 |
Vienna,
Austria |
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| Thursday, Aug 24 |
Durstein
/ Melk, Austria |
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| Friday, Aug 25 |
Linz,
Austria / Passau, Germany |
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| Saturday, Aug 26 |
Regensburg,
Germany |
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| Sunday, Aug 27 |
Nuremburg,
Germany -
Transfer to Prague, Czech Republic
and the Hilton Hotel |
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| Monday, Aug 28 |
Prague,
Czech Republic |
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| Tuesday, Aug 29 |
Prague, Czech Republic
- Flights Home |
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Itinerary subject to change |
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 Overview RSVP leads the way again, we first created gay and lesbian charter cruises on the high seas, and again created the first gay and lesbian riverboat cruises. Our Budapest-Prague riverboat cruises have been ever popular and sell out quickly. A combination of a Riverboat Cruise and Tour is one of the best ways for gays and lesbians to experience Eastern Europe. When we combine a tour with a river/canal cruise we can experience so much of this fascinating part of Europe in style and comfort and in the great camaraderie of other gay and lesbian travelers.
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 We've created an itinerary that includes the two best Eastern European cities that have for very good reason become prime destinations for gay and lesbian travelers. RSVP makes it simple and elegant to visit the sexy and exciting towns of Budapest and Prague. We also visit Vienna and a host of villages and towns in between. The beauty of the mountains and countryside along the Danube is reason enough to see this enchanted and historic part of the world, but this vacation offers so much more.
We start with a tour in Budapest, Hungary, where we explore and enjoy two days in one of Europe's most beautiful cities. We'll join the ms Poetry in Budapest and travel to Bratislava, Slovakia and then along the Danube and then have two evenings and two full days in Vienna, Austria; to Durnstein & Melk; on to Linz for an optional excursion to Salzburg then on to Passau; to Regensburg; from here we travel to through the Bavarian forests of Germany before our arrival in Nuremberg with a transfer to Prague for two days and two nights. Our riverboat and tour events are different than the RSVP "cruise" vacations that you may be familiar with: it is both a cruise and a tour. Including a seven day cruise on the Danube, and before the cruise, a tour of Budapest and a two night hotel stay in this amazing city and after the cruise a 2 night stay in Prague. If you can't get away for the entire 13 days of the event a 7-day cruise-only rate is available. (Ask when you make your booking). RSVP has chartered the entire ship. This gives you the freedom to be yourself, and you'll find the great camaraderie, the extras and the attention to detail that you have come to expect from the leader of gay and lesbian vacations. 
Venue
The riverboat we have selected for this event is one of the newest ships sailing Europe's waterways - the ms Poetry. Celebrating her inaugural year in 2004, the ms Poetry is one of the newest river cruise ships in Europe. As you step on board, your eyes are met by a gleaming, two-story lobby lit by a central glass skylight. It's a fitting introduction to the breathtaking views that accompany this modern, spacious vessel. The 88 staterooms, designed by famous architect Hans Sabert, are some of the largest of any river cruise ship at 172 square feet. Seventy percent of the staterooms have floor to ceiling windows that open to French balconies (these are doors that open the room to the outside - turning the room itself into a balcony), and all staterooms offer scenic views. Of course, the rest of the ship is equally inviting from the elegant dining room, to the comfortable lounge and spacious recreation areas.
 Day 1 - USA/ Budapest, Hungary
Board your overnight flight to Budapest
Day 2 - Arrive Budapest
Arrive in Budapest and transfer to your hotel,
the Sofitel Atrium , The balance of the day
is free to relax or begin exploring this
beautiful city. This evening, meet with other
RSVP guests at the hotel, dinner is on your
own.
Day 3 - Budapest
Morning sightseeing includes historic Buda
Castle, where you have a splendid view of
the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over
both banks of the river. Your tour also features
500-year old Matthias Church, St. Stephen's
Basilica, distinctive Fisherman's Bastion,
the marvelous Royal Palace and much more.
The balance of the day is at leisure. Perhaps
explore the main square, ancient Buda, or
stroll through the Statue Park. (B)
Day 4 - Budapest/Embark ms Poetry
Enjoy a free morning in Budapest. This afternoon
transfer to your luxurious river cruise ship
docked in the center of the city. Step aboard
and settle in for an enchanting week of cruising.
Tonight gather on board for a Gala Welcome
Dinner. (B,D)
Day 5 - Bratislava, Slovakia
Arrive in Slovakia today. A guided tour of
Bratislava, Slovakia's capital, reveals the
city's major sights. From imposing 13th century
Bratislava Castle, you will enjoy breathtaking
views overlooking three countries - Slovakia,
Austria and Hungary. Your afternoon is free
to shop or explore on your own. Tonight enjoy
an evening music performance on board. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Vienna, Austria
Arrive after breakfast and enjoy a day in captivating
Vienna. A sightseeing tour includes Hofburg
Palace, the Vienna Opera House, Ringstrasse
and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Then a free
afternoon to stroll along Kärntnerstrasse
or sample Vienna's famous pastries. Tonight
explore the vibrant Austrian capital on your
own, or come along for an optional Mozart
and Strauss concert. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Vienna, Austria
Another day in Vienna is yours to enjoy as
you like. Relax by the pool on deck, stroll
the city at your own pace or take one of
the optional tours available, including a
guided tour of Schonbrunn Palace. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Durnstein to Melk.
Cruise through the Wachau Valley this morning.
Stop in Dürnstein and marvel at the
Baroque Stiftskirche. Above town you will
spot the ruins of the castle where Richard
the Lionheart, the King of England, was imprisoned
in 1192. At lunchtime, continue on a short
cruise to Melk. A guided tour takes you to
the town's magnificent Benedictine Abbey,
one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries.
An evening wine tasting highlights your visit
to the lovely Wachau Valley. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Linz, Austria to Passau, Germany (Optional
tour of Salzburg)
After breakfast, take an optional full day
excursion to fascinating Salzburg and its "Sound
of Music" sights, or cruise through Upper
Austria to Passau in Germany, where the Rivers
Inn and Ilz join the Danube. At dinnertime,
depart for Regensburg. (B,L,D)
Day 10 - Regensburg, Germany
Morning arrival in beautiful Regensburg. A
guided tour will show you the city's architectural
highlights, including the Old Town Hall,
and the Porta Pretoria - gates to an ancient
Roman fort built in 179 AD. Marvel at beautiful
churches and one of the oldest bridges crossing
the Danube. Later, continue up the Danube
to Kelheim, where you will embark on a boat
trip through the lovely Danube Gorge to Weltenburg
Abbey. (B,L,D)
Day 11 - Nuremberg, Germany to Prague
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Prague.
After checking in to your hotel, the Hilton.
The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
(B)
Day 12 - Prague, Czech Republic
Today's sightseeing highlights the "Golden
City." View the castle district, St. Vitus'
Cathedral, Wenceslas Square and Golden Lane.
Remainder of your day is at your leisure. (B)
Day 13 - Prague, Czech Republic
Fly home.
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner - Indicates
meals included in the program.
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Poetry
We help you select the best cabin according to your requirements
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Budapest to Prague Riverboat 2006 Land/Cruise Only Rates: 13 days, 11 nights
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Category E
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With
Port Hole
Decks: Indigo Deck | |
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Category D
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With
Window
Decks: Indigo |
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Category B
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With
French Balconies
Decks: Sapphire | |
$2,795 |
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Category A
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With
French Balconies
Decks: Sapphire |
$3,045 |
$2,795 |
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Category P
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With
French Balconies
Decks: Royal Deck | |
$2,895 |
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Category JS
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With French Balconies. The 4 suites (258 sq. ft.) have a sleeping area, and a lounge area with comfortable seating, desk, minibar & a safe. The sofa bed can be turned into a third bed.
Decks: Royal |
$3,395 |
$3,145 |
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| Additional Terms, Fees, Conditions and Information |
- Rates are subject to change up to confirmation
- All prices are per person and do not include airfare.
- Additional charges The following charges will be added to all reservations on a per person basis: Port Charges (government fees and taxes): $70, Pre-paid Gratuities: $88
- Waitlist If the category you'd like to book is waitlist only you have two options:
(1) Confirm another category and waitlist for the category you desire. If that category doesn't come available you will be responsible for the category you confirmed. (2) Put in a waitlist-only request. Simply complete the RSVP Reservation Request form, which can be downloaded from our website. Fill in all the information including the payment section. Submit this to your travel agent.
- Single Supplement The single supplement for this program is two times the per person rates listed.
- Cabin Share Program Cabin Share is not available for this program.
- All information is subject to change without notice.
- What's Included and What's Not Included The price of your trip includes transfer between the hotel in Prague and the ship in Nuremberg, three meals daily while the on board the ms Artistry. Otherwise, meals are as listed. Additional meals are on your own and offer an opportunity to explore local restaurants with your newfound RSVP friends. Your tour guide is always happy to help with suggestions.
Price does not include airfare or transfer from/to the airport.
- Reservation Request Form Each RSVP guest needs to complete a Reservation Request Form, which you can download directly from our website. It's important that you read, sign and return these forms within your option period to confirm your reservation. If you change your form of payment we will need a new Reservation Request Form with your name at the top and the new credit card information at the bottom.
- Confirmation Number and Guest ID Number Your confirmation and guest ID numbers are located on your statement. Use these numbers when communicating with us regarding your booking. If you're unsure of your Confirmation or Guest ID number please contact us.
- ID Requirements With increasingly strict travel guidelines being enforced we recommend always traveling with your passport. All U.S. citizens must use a passport for identification on this program. All other travelers should check with their local consulate for the required travel documents .
- Special Needs If you have any medical and or mobility needs, specific dietary requirements, ASL needs or other requests, please advise us of this information as soon as possible but no less than 90 days prior to trip departure.
- Travel Documents Your travel documents, which include your cruise ticket, packing lists, and other specific information pertaining to your trip, will be sent approximately one month prior to departure.
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| Air, Hotel and Extras |
Add-Ons
You may add up to one additional night at both
the Hilton Hotel and the Hotel Sofitel at the
following per person rates:
(based on double occupancy) |
| Budapest |
August
17 |
Hotel Sofitel |
$105
USD* |
| Prague |
August 29 |
Hilton Hotel |
$140
USD* |
*Includes breakfast.
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| When you book with Happy Gay Travel you get more for the same price! |
- We will send you a port city document including hotel information, links to gay sites, links to tourist sites, and other valuable city and gay information. Our clients have complimented us on this information.
- A Tips and Tricks document with over 13 pages of valuable Travel & Packing information. This has saved our clients time and money.
- We provide friendly people with years of traveling experience who love to talk about travel. Someone who has been on many all gay Atlantis and RSVP cruises and all over Europe. And we will give you an unbiased opinion.
- We will help you select a good cabin to meet your expectations utilizing years of cruising experience.
- We Offer air fare suggestions upon request.
- We will monitor and status any wait list for cruises and events.
- We offer a more extensive cabin share program where you can talk with potential cabin mates.
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